Joanne Verikios

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About Joanne Verikios
Joanne Verikios grew up in Queensland, Australia, the eldest of three children and the only one who dreamed of a life with horses. Her childhood was full of adventure. Joanne graduated from university with an Honours Degree in Russian and rose to the senior ranks in the federal public service before reinventing herself as a businesswoman and author.
Joanne's earliest ambition was to be a bareback rider in a circus. Although that has yet to happen, she did persuade her parents to buy her a pony by the age of nine. That was the beginning of the evolution of Joanne's ideas and philosophy about how horses and humans interact.
Other life highlights included founding and running the Highborn Warmblood Stud for 16 years, breeding an elite stallion, twice representing Australia in the sport of Powerlifting and receiving Honorary Life membership from the Australian Warmblood Horse Association (AWHA). As an author, Joanne was honoured when her first book won an international award for Sports Non-Fiction and rated a 5 Star Review from Readers' Favorite and other readers.
In her travels as a judge and Warmblood classifier, Joanne sees some fine horsemanship. She also empathises with those who love their horses and have beautiful dreams, but who lack the knowledge to keep them safe, let alone achieve the success they desire!
Building a fulfilling relationship with a horse is something Joanne believes every horse lover can pursue and attain. Joanne's mission is to engage with people on the path that she has already navigated. She loves sharing her wisdom with those who have passion, yet do not know how to progress.
"Winning Horsemanship" by Joanne Verikios is the book your horse wants you to read! If you would like more information, you will find it at www.winninghorsemanship.com. Joanne would love to see you there!
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Blog postHope you enjoy these tips for self care in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month (October 2020). They're straight from the horse's mouth!
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Blog postYou know what they say about the tip of the iceberg? That's the bit that sticks up above the water line and it can be dazzlingly beautiful. I know, because I've been to the Antarctic and I have seen them in all their multi-coloured, crystalline glory. But the cliche goes on to say that the vast bulk of the iceberg is actually hidden from view, deep in the cold, dark water. All this makes icebergs a really convenient metaphor for anything that has a lot going on behind the scenes in order2 years ago Read more
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Blog postHaving a horse can be an expensive hobby at the best of times. And right now, with the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic affecting many businesses and employees, is not the best of times! It's easy for horses and ponies to seem like a bottomless pit into which you tip your money. But it is possible to make your dollars go further and still maintain your horse's health and welfare.
Maybe one of the money-saving tips in our handy infographic below will help you to stretch your dollars fur2 years ago Read more -
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Blog postI learned that authority, like Nature (and probably because it is Nature), abhors a vacuum. I quickly realised that either I would be in charge, or my pony would be in charge. I became a benevolent dictator at a young age. We were both happy with the arrangement. Joanne Verikios2 years ago Read more
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Blog postLessons from horses: be aware of your surroundings. You can be sure that your horse is noticing every little thing. You need to be observant too, so you can choose all the things it is wise for you and your horse to be perfectly relaxed about. You'll both have a nicer outing that way!
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Blog postI learned that horses, just like children, appreciate boundaries established with friendliness, competence, fairness and consistency. A sense of humour goes a long way too! Joanne Verikios2 years ago Read more
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Blog postWhen We Are
By Joanne Verikios
inspired by a horse called خليل
When your
vibration
finds the rhythm
of our vibration,
it is because you
allow yourself to be love,
to respond as love,
to send love.
When you trust, we trust,
trust is all and all is love.
Then, in the glory of
all nature,
we make one song,
one verse, the universe.
You, we, are the universe.
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Blog postDo you have a book in you?
If you've ever wanted to write a book, you can find out a bit about my odyssey to becoming an author in this podcast.
I am immensely grateful to Carly Kade for having me on her show and for being such a gracious and perceptive host. I love what Carly does for the equestrian author community ❤.
Friends, click on the picture below to access this and many other interviews about horses, writing, publishing and marketing your own book.
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Blog postClick the picture to download the Winning Horsemanship 2020 Calendar This time of the year means many things to different people.
In addition to the usual end of year celebrations and traditions, I like to think of December-January as a time for reflection and planning. This is especially appropriate as we move into the second decade of this century. With the added twist of 2020 often being used to describe excellent vision, it's the perfect time to revise your dreams, plans and goa3 years ago Read more -
Blog postThe original version of this article by Joanne Verikios was published in Equestrian Country Magazine, Issue 7, Winter 2019
as "How To Prepare Your Horse For An Emergency".
Images courtesy of Canva.com My Country by Dorothea Mackellar is a stirring poem that shows an awed but philosophical acceptance of the beauty and terror of nature. As I write this, parts of Dorothea's country - my country - are again being wracked by floods, starved by drought and destroyed by bushfires3 years ago Read more -
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Titles By Joanne Verikios
Have you ever dreamed of taking your horsemanship to the next level; have you ever left the arena thinking you could have done better - or wondering why you didn't? International author, horse riding champion and judge Joanne Verikios shares her years of expertise and experience in this insightful book. Winning Horsemanship will show you how to achieve the success you desire and deserve. Learn how to master yourself, your horse and the secrets of winning!
You will discover:
- How to double your enjoyment of your horse... in and out of the arena
- Tips and secrets of successful ring craft used by top trainers and riders
- How to avoid painful, costly mistakes that can hold you back - or get you hurt
- The psychology of confidence (and how to share it with your horse)
- How simple changes in what you think can change the way your horse behaves
- 7 proven steps to prepare your horse for any competition
- Subtle ways to take control and say goodbye to poor performance forever
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